Creative people can often branch out into other media. This comes in handy if your advertising budget is tight. Designing your own promotional material is fun and another creative outlet that comes in handy between book projects or when you have writer’s block.

I find messing around with Photoshop or creating book trailer videos relaxing and fun. If I’m doing it for someone else, there’s a bit more pressure, but it’s a pleasant way to see my stories in a slightly different light.

If you’ve never tried any other means for your creative expression, give it some thought. If you don’t know where to start, there are plenty of classes out there. Some free graphics programs are Canva, Picmonkey, Piktochart, and Pixlr. Check them out!